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        Woman arrested after allegedly firing shots near a Lexington apartment complex
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        News
        Kentucky lawmakers introduce Articles of Impeachment against Fayette Co. judge
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        Crime
        Lexington masseur faces 1st-degree sexual abuse charge after reported assault
        Web Staff
        Daily Forecast
        Back Above Normal Thursday
        Tom Ackerman
        Covering Kentucky
        Nancy Albright resigns amid criticism of Lexington's snow storm response
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        Missing 24-year-old Shelby County woman found safe in Louisville, KSP reports
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        KY House Committee advances resolution to expand Dolly Parton's book program

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        CVG Airport named best regional airport in North America for 2026

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        One 'freaking snake' and no apologies: How the Mullin hearing went off the rails

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          Company recalls children’s ibuprofen over gel-like substance, FDA says

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          Meteorite hunter travels to Ohio after meteor's sonic boom rattles houses

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        • Lululemon Costco

          Costco’s $1.50 hot dog combo faces inflation. The CEO’s answer?

          Justin Boggs

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        LEX 18 Investigates

        Nicholasville woman in critical condition after being struck by deputy's vehicle

        Leigh Searcy
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        Covering Kentucky

        Elementary and middle school students create 1,400 paintings for fundraiser

        Caleb Barnes
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        Daily Forecast

        The Weather's Wild Ride

        Bill Meck
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        Franklin County family faces home loss nearly a year after flooding

        Annie Brown
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        Covering Kentucky

        'Hunger knows no zip code': KY hunger study reveals top barriers to food access

        Drew Amman
        Fatal Crash

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        19-year-old killed in Laurel County crash involving side-by-side

        Cherish Walters
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        Crime

        London man accused of shooting at woman, holding her against her will

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        Covering Kentucky

        Roadway back open after crash on Tates Creek Road and Duvall Street

        Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        Emergency contempt motion filed against former KY Governor by his adopted son

        Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        Judge grants restraining order blocking KSP from sharing records in Harless case

        Michael Berk
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        KY 229 near mile point 6.8 in Knox County back open following slide

        Web Staff
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        Covering Kentucky

        Lexington activates emergency winter weather plan through Wednesday

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        Crime

        Police: Suspect taken into custody after barricading himself inside home

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        News

        26-year-old woman dies after falling from cliff in Hardin Co., officials report

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        Daily Forecast

        A brief taste of winter

        Patrick Herion
      • Kentucky Women's Basketball

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        Kentucky Women’s Basketball draws No. 5 seed in NCAA Tournament

        Hannah Hamelback
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        Kentucky Politics

        House Bill 1 vetoed, but state representative says it's not the end of the road

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        BBN Tonight

        No. 7 Kentucky to play No. 10 Santa Clara in opening round of NCAA Tournament

        Jesse Riffe
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        Daily Forecast

        Strong storms coming tonight

        Emily McKinney
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        World News

        Hospital officials say Israeli strikes killed 12 in Gaza

        Associated Press
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        World News

        Trump's call for countries to send warships to protect the Strait of Hormuz

        Associated Press
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        Covering Kentucky

        Police: Bomb threat reported at Lexington hospitals, investigation pending

        Mack Carmack
        Iran US Israel

        World News

        The Latest: Gulf countries report new attacks

        Associated Press
        Michigan Synagogue Attack

        World News

        Brother of man who attacked Michigan synagogue was Hezbollah commander

        Associated Press
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        Driver crashes into Lexington home early Sunday, facing DUI charges

        Ellen Ice
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        Lexington police: Car overturned after being hit by drunk driver

        Ellen Ice
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        Daily Forecast

        Strong to severe storms possible Sunday night

        Patrick Herion
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        Covering Kentucky

        Bardstown airmen among 6 Air Force airmen killed in KC-135 crash in Iraq

        Erin Rosas
        Fayette Mall Easter basket giveaway

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Fayette Mall Easter basket giveaway

        Jennifer Palumbo
        Fiabesca Luxury Shoe Boutique Spring Open House

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Italian style at Fiabesca Luxury Shoe Boutique in Lexington

        Jennifer Palumbo
      • Wells Plastic Surgery & Skin Care Spring Shopping Day

        Best of the Bluegrass

        2026 Wells Plastic Surgery & Skin Care Spring Shopping Day

        Jennifer Palumbo
        Spring shopping at Vintage Market Days

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Spring shopping at Vintage Market Days

        Jennifer Palumbo
        H&C Cleaning and Restoration brings rugs back to life

        Best of the Bluegrass

        H&C Cleaning and Restoration brings rugs back to life

        Jennifer Palumbo
      • Mug Shot of the Week: Ethan Curd

        Best of the Bluegrass

        Mug Shot of the Week: Ethan Curd

        Jennifer Palumbo
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        Daily Forecast

        Active weather inbound late Sunday

        Emily McKinney
        Monticello Fire Department extinguishes house fire

        Covering Kentucky

        Monticello Fire Department extinguishes severe house fire flames

        Mack Carmack
      • 2026 Farm Bureau annual consignment auction

        Covering Kentucky

        Fayette County Farm Bureau holds 43rd annual consignment auction

        Alex Barber
        Vandalized Chase Bank ATM

        Crime

        Suspects caught on tape tampering, vandalizing Chase Bank ATM

        Mack Carmack
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        Crime

        Report: Man arrested in connection to Lexington shooting of 66-year-old

        Mack Carmack
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        Crime

        Pulaski County man in custody on charges of sexual abuse of a minor

        Mack Carmack
        KYTC District 6 reopens I-471

        Covering Kentucky

        KYTC crews reopen I-471 after accident involving oil tanker

        Mack Carmack
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        Daily Forecast

        A warm and quiet Saturday

        Patrick Herion
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